In leadership, we now frequently talk about purpose. It’s mainstream and it’s powerful. Business can be a lever for doing good in our communities, and for making a better world. If you haven’t come across the concept of B Corp Certification previously, I urge you to watch this video. You don’t have to go downContinue reading “Business and doing good”
Category Archives: Thoughts
Pondering Upon Purpose
I found myself musing business ‘purpose’ this morning. Being awake at 3:oo am leads to some interesting (or is that confusing) thinking. To borrow and ‘repurpose’ a phrase “you don’t choose a passion, a passion chooses you”. So many good people are out there helping organisations to identify and/clarify their purpose. To help people realiseContinue reading “Pondering Upon Purpose”
Never forget
Amidst the enthusiasm for our new journeys and passions, a very old saying is worth remembering… “Your family would rather your presence than your presents” Your loved ones, whatever form the relationship make take, are still a big part of who you are. Never forget that, even when you are striving for a magical purpose!
Authentically authentic!
Two years ago I posted my definition of authenticity. Authentic is still one of the current buzz words and for me, once I see a word being used in discussions around mainstream marketing, I know it’s been well and truly kidnapped. Authentic is a word we should be using and to help reclaim it, hereContinue reading “Authentically authentic!”
Happiness
Your happiness doesn’t come free, but you need to be free to be happy. Nokwethemba Nkosi
Look Out!
Be the inspiration – become a leader to people outside of your organisation as well as leading your own team. Be the dynamic external leader that seeks to truly change the world
Words
I’m forever being reminded about that simple statement… Your actions speak louder than your words
Wait for it…
A book about how business can change the world, including: The Zone The Touchpoint Model Thoughts on changing our future After many months (many many months), the first rough draft has been finished. Now for the editing…
A nice quote
“As business leaders, we should not choose between profit or good; rather, we must choose to profit from good. And that requires connecting what we do with a purpose beyond profit – a reason to exist that meets our shared sense of ‘doing good’” Punit Renjen
More than a logo
My logo shows a coffee cup Those that know me, know that this is more than just a logo…. So my new mantra is – “an empty cup is full of ideas”. And remember, I’m always willing to empty a cup on your behalf.
The Optimistic Cynic 